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Re: Elevator vs. Telescope vs. Scissor
Scissors are very material instensive for their lifting ability. For a light game piece requiring quick actuation, a scissor is not the ideal way to go.
A telescoping lift is precise, stiff typically, and good for a heavier, more deliberate, reach type game. A good choice, but an elevator is probably the best choice here. In terms of material/fabrication costs, complexity, and speed, this is the winner. Quick, vertical actuation is easy, and cable is light. However, these elevators are typically quite flimsy at full extension. Not a huge deal with a 1lb tube, but still an issue that complicates scoring.
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